Resources

Use these links to find resources and databases related to science education.

National Institutes of Health Science Education Partnership Award

Explore other biomedical science outreach programs for students and educators all over the US.

APS Online

Provides links to the educational resources of the American Physiological Society.

InnovATEBIO: National Biotechnology Education Center

An NSF funded national advanced technological education center for biotechnology that provides resources and curriculum for biotechnology education in the classroom and workforce.

Bioinsights

Offers education, training, and staffing solutions to the global bioscience industry.

Biospace

Has a current events section that is updated daily and contains links to newspaper articles and news programs from around the country.

Biotechnology Outreach About Access Excellence

Sponsored by the University of Wisconsin Biotechnology Center and UW-Extension. It has many biotechnology resources.

NIH Office of Intramural Training & Education

Training and professional development for high school students through post-doctoral fellows who are interested in biomedical science research careers.

Genetic Science Learning Center

This University of Utah site offers great information on the life sciences, including hands-on labs.

DNA from the Beginning

An animated primer on the basics of DNA, genes, and heredity.

DNA Interactive

Multimedia guide to the discovery of DNA. Includes teacher’s guides and link to myDNAi, which teachers can use for free to organize resources and obtain a unique website for their students to visit.

Cold Spring Harbor Lab DNA Learning Center

Information about DNA and Genetics for students and teachers.

Fralin Biotechnology Center: Outreach At Fralin

The Fralin Biotechnology Center at Virginia Tech provides information about different types of biotechnology and science education/outreach programs as well as useful links for educators.

Howard Hughes Medical Institute: Biomedical Research & Science Education

Contains information about molecular biology and genetics of human diseases.

Human Genome Project

Includes information on DNA, genes, and gene mapping.

Massachusetts Society for Medical Research

A non-profit science education organization whose goals include improving literacy and increasing enthusiasm in biological sciences.

National Human Genome Research Institute

Contains information about Human Genome Research.

New England Aquarium

Contains educational material as well as a schedule of upcoming events.

Nobel Prize Lessons & Games

These lessons, games, and simulations, based on Nobel Prize-winning achievements, will teach and inspire you while you’re having fun.

Women in Engineering and Technology

Learn about some extraordinary contributions to science, engineering, and technology by famous female engineers.

EcoTarium 

The EcoTarium in Worcester has a collection of free STEM at home resources and access to paid virtual classes and animal encounters.

MIT Museum 

Engage with online resources, virtual events, and at-home activities.

Museum of Science, Boston

Explore the Museum of Science at home with a collection of STEM resources.